ST. JOACHIM CATHOLIC CHURCH 10120 Crest Rd Old Mines, Mo. 63630 ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH TIFF, MO

STAFF Rev. Theodore X. Pieper, Pastor Joyce Politte, Principal/DRE Mary Ann Pratt, Parish Secretary Laura Villmer, School Secretary Karrie Boyer, Parish Council President Office Hours / Telephone Numbers Rectory: 438-6181 / FAX 438-3685 Office Hours: 7:00 am – 3:00 pm (M-F) School: 438-3973 / FAX 438-3161 Day Care: 438-5406 Rural Parish Workers: 636-586-5171 Karrie Boyer, PC President: 438-0091 SUNDAY MASS SCHEDULE: Saturday evening at 5:00 pm & 7:30 pm at Tiff Sunday morning at 8:00 am & 10:00 am WEEKDAY MASS SCHEDULE: 8:15 am – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. *7:00 pm on Thursday evening *Tuesday morning Perpetual Help Devotions & Rosary before the 8:15 am Mass. CONFESSIONS: Saturday at 3:30 pm or by appointment. HOLY DAY SCHEDULE: Please check the Bulletin inside for Mass times. FOOD DRIVE of non-perishable foods for the St. Vincent de Paul Society Food Pantry on the 1st Sunday of each month. Please bring your items and put in the box by the front door of the Church. THANK YOU! E-Mail & Web Sites: Parish – stjoachimparish@hotmail.com School – stjoachimschool@yahoo.com Parish Web Site – http://stjoachim.org School Web Site – http://stjoachimschool.com Rural Parish Workers Web Site – http://rpwck.com Deacon Steve: http://www.openmyeyeslord.net

JULY 15, 2012 FIFTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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“Let us focus on generosity, or returning

God’s gifts with increase, through the generous sharing of our time,

talent and treasure.”

* PRAYER * * PARTICIPATION * * GENEROSITY *

WORD OF LIFE: Blessed Pope John Paul II discussed radical secularism almost two decades ago when he visited Baltimore and stated, “The challenge facing you, dear friends, is to increase people’s awareness of the importance for society of religious freedom; to defend that freedom against those who would take religion out of the public domain and establish secularism as America’s official faith…And it is vitally necessary, for the very survival of the American experience, to transmit to the next generation the precious legacy of religious freedom and the convictions which sustain it.” ~ Archbishop William E. Lori, Archbishop of Baltimore, Address “Let Freedom Ring,” given May 24, 2012

God doesn’t work alone. From the beginning God engaged others in the works of creation and salvation: Adam named the animals, Noah built the ark, Abraham and Sarah birthed a people, Moses led them to freedom. Prophets, priests, and kings – all were given jobs. Jesus did – and does – the same with his disciples.

NOW RECRUITING! Our Annual Fall Festival is

September 9, 2012. Be one of the first to volunteer!

Call 573-438-6181and say: “Where can I help out?” YOUR HELP IS WANTED !

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by

Dave Politte

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS EVENTS:

July 15, 2012 – 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK Monday, July 16 8:15 am – Margaret DeClue Tuesday, July 17 7:45 am – Rosary 8:00 am- Perpetual Help Devotions 8:15 am – Donald L. Portell Wednesday, July 18 8:15 am – Irene Thebeau Thursday, July 19 @ Chapel 7:00 pm – Imelda Boyer Friday, July 20 8:15 am – Thomas J. Portell Saturday, July 21 5:00 pm – Mary Lee Pashia 7:30 pm (TIFF) – Margaret Coleman-Cleary Sunday, July 22 8:00 am – Mildred O. Bourisaw 10:00 am – Parish Family/Theodore & Jeannette Pieper EUCHARISTIC ADORADION: Aug. 3rd in Chapel NURSING HOME: Aug. 3rd @ Potosi Manor, 10:45 am LITURGICAL APPOINTMENTS for JULY 21st & 22nd: EXTRAORDINARY MINISTER OF HOLY COMMUNION: 5:00 pm –Denny Dalton, Ken DeGonia, Bruce Coleman, Volunteers needed 7:30 (TIFF) – Mary Politte & Annette Goff 8:00 am – Don Bourbon, Arthur Boyer, Glen Bequette, Laura Busken, Volunteer Needed 10:00 am – Susan Davis, Charles & Laura Villmer, Volunteers Needed LECTORS: 5:00 pm – Carolyn Politte 7:30 pm (TIFF) – Juanita Daugherty 8:00 am – Mary Ann Pratt 10:00 am – Sean Schwendemann OFFERTORY 5:00 pm – Opal Johnston & Rose Ann Richards 7:30 pm (TIFF) – Bud & Barb Govero 8:00 am – Volunteers Needed 10:00 am – David & Monica Pratt SERVERS 5:00 pm – Wade & Allison Coleman, Wade Mercille 7:30 pm (TIFF) –Shelby Warden & Dillon Bouse 8:00 am – Volunteers needed 10:00 am – Tiffany Sampson, Hannah Villmer, Jade Coleman UPCOMING MEETINGS Aug. 6 – Parish Council, 6:30 Aug. 8 – Knights of Columbus Men, 7 pm Aug. 13 – St. Ann Sodality, 6 pm Aug. 13 – School Advisory Board, 6:30

THANK YOU TO ALL WHO ARE SO FAITHFUL IN THE SUPPORT OF OUR PARISH AND SCHOOL! GOD SEES YOUR SACRIFICE AND BLESSES YOU ABUNDANTLY!

WEEKEND OF JULY 7th & 8th: # of Contributors: St. Joachim –85 St. Joseph – 11 ST. JOACHIM ST. JOSEPH Adults: $2766.10 Adults: $175.00 Loose: $318.00 Loose: $14.00 Tuition: $517.44 Other: $2271.00 Other: $0.00 TOTALS: $5872.54 $189.00 GOAL: $10,400.00 $370.00 *(other is: Daycare fees, Stole fees, Mass stipends, advertising, rentals, candle money, etc.) SPECIAL COLLECTIONS: St. Vincent de Paul: $135.00 $25.00 Future & Beyond: $6.00 $0.00 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time “He instructed them to take nothing for the journey but a walking stick – no food, no sack, no money in their belts.” (Mark 6:8) How different we are from the Apostles who took nothing when they ventured out to serve God. Today, we make our journey through life more difficult because of all the material baggage that we drag along. Yet, the more we can let go of, the freer we are to serve God with love and joy. PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK: All our Nursing Home Residents. Steve Politte, Bill Heifner, Jackie Johnston, Kristyn Miller, Ellen Govero, Baby Curtis Brewer, Zeb Pinson, Celeste Bone, David Boyer, Bernard & Regina Hall, Victor Eckhoff, Johnny Price, Ina Mae Boyer, Veronica Juliette, Veronica Missey, Cindy Barron, Marcella Sansoucie, Wm. Wade Delashmit, Anna Daugherty, David Kite, Rhoda Eckhoff, Marcella Pinson, Bud & Dorothy Dorlac, Larry & Lucy Scott, Coty Evans, Russell Coleman, George Pinson, Kevin Scott, , Jeff Pashia, Norma Jean Sansoucie, Larry Gillespie, Ashlynn Kamper, Goldie Boyer, Keirrah Hill, Imelda Wilson, Kathy Mosier, Penny Walburn, Beth McCoy, Norma Poole, Marcus Bequette, Joyce Campbell, Maymie Courtaway, Tracy Hanger, Loren Moss, Lacey Pashia, Harold Rawe, Sr., Raymond Thebeau, Rose Missey, Jimmy (Toast) Politte, Diane Halsted, David Courtaway, Mark Osia, Karleen Osia, Vicki Thurmond, Carol Hinch, Jimmy (Buck) Dunlap, Jane Mann, Monica Pashia, Sr. Margaret McCormack, Kyle Hughes, Chrystal Manchue, Carol Politte, Margaret Kite, Josh Aubuchon, and all who are sick and suffering. *Note: Some names have been removed to make room for others. If you wish a name returned to the list please call the rectory.

RCIA. If you are looking to develop a personal relationship with Jesus, a community where you can belong, worship experiences, knowledge about the Catholic Church, service opportunities, or sacraments. Look no further. Call Mrs. Joyce Politte at 573-438-3213 or 573-438-3973 or Mrs. Mary Ann Pratt at 573-438-6181. Meaning, or merely a mouthful? As humans we all know how easy it is to stray from God’s will. Sometimes it seems we wander from the path no matter how hard we try. Perhaps that’s why Jesus sent His apostles out in society to call people to repent, not just believe. Jesus knew that we can only have peace of soul when we are in harmony with God. In fact the first step in any true believer’s relationship with God is repenting. Giving up our will, our sinful ways and taking that long hard road to walk back to Him. Without that, belief is merely a mouthful of words, without any valid meaning. Take a moment to consider your life today. Are you shouting your belief from miles away from God - or kneeling in repentance at His feet? NEEDED: The Blanket Ministry is in need of new or gently used solid color flat sheets or fabric that can be used for lining for their lap quilts. If anyone can donate please drop them off at the Rectory office. Thank You! PLEASE MAKE PLANS to attend our July 26th Feast Day celebration with Archbishop Carlson at 7 pm. It will be the first visit of Archbishop Carlson to our parish! We would love to “fill our church” with all our wonderful parishioners! A reception will follow in the school hall to which everyone is invited. Flowers for the Altar. Fresh Flowers are always a welcomed addition to our church altar. In many parishes, parishioners provide the fresh cut flowers from their gardens to decorate the altar, or they purchase them from a local florist. Families are invited to provide plants or fresh cut flowers for the altar in Church one weekend of the month. For more information or to sign up call the rectory at 438-6181. This week’s flowers are provided by the Ladies Auxiliary of the Knights of Columbus in memory of their deceased members.

July 15, 2012

St. Joachim School “Your Future Begins With Us”

News from St. Joachim School & PSR Mission Statement The mission of St. Joachim Catholic School is to assist the parents and parish community in the shared responsibility of educating God’s children to be knowledgeable, responsible, loving Christians. From Principal’s Desk Accreditation renewed for 2012-2013. “It is my pleasure to inform you that St. Joachim School has been granted the status of ‘Accredited’ for the 2012-2013 school year by the Board of directors of the Missouri Nonpublic School Accrediting Association. This recognition is indeed evidence of your school’s commitment to excellence and ongoing improvement. On behalf of the Board of Directors, I congratulate you and your educational community on this achievement.” Signed, Denny Bram, Director of School Improvement. Enrollment is underway for the 2012-2013 school year. There are limited preschool and Pre K seats. Consider St. Joachim School as an alternative to public education for your children or grand children. St. Joachim is an accredited school that provides an excellent spiritual and academic formation. The scholarship is open to new families. Applications may be obtained from Mrs. Politte or visit the website www.archstl.org/ttef . Reminder to School Parents: Payments for 2012-2013 began on July 1st. All tuition and payment of fees for 2011-2012 are due before enrollment for 2012-2013 is final. If you are having difficulty meeting your tuition payments, please call Father Ted at 438-6181 or Mrs. Politte at 438-3973 or 438-3213.

**CHICKEN & BEEF DINNERS–Aug. 5, 2012. Serving is from 10:00 – 2:00 pm. Your support is appreciated! Desserts & workers are always needed! Please help if you can!

**PANCAKE & SAUSAGE BREAKFAST – July 29, 2012 **Serving is from 7:00-11:30! Stop by before the 10:00 Mass for a great breakfast! Workers are always needed and welcome!

**SUMMER TIME FINANCES: Summer time is typically the time of year when Parish finances fall off due to vacations. Please keep in mind that just like your own household, parish & school expenses do not stop during the summer time! You are graciously asked to make up your weekly contribution for any week that you miss coming here for Mass. Also, during the months of July and August we DO NOT receive our ACA Grant from the Archdiocese! This amounts to $15,000. We recently transferred money from our savings to our checking to meet our expenses.

FALL FESTIVAL 2012 – SEPTEMBER 9, 2012 Fall Festival plans for 2012 are now under way! We are again asking that ALL PREVIOUS BOOTH CHAIRPERSONSparish office as soon as possible to let us know if you are willing to continue in the same booth or a different booth. are going to rely on YOU TO CALL US. If you worked in a booth last year, are willing to remain in that booth this year, please call the rectory office. There are several areas of the festival that need HELP. If you did not work last year but are willing to help out this year please call the office, too! We still need all the volunteers we can get! If you are interested in being part of this year's Fall Festival please call the rectory office as soon as possible. These areas of the Fall Festival need to be confirmed or will need someone to take charge of them: Inside Kitchen, Inside Dinning, Desserts, Tea & Coffee, Corn on the Cob, Beer Wagon, Soda (Bottled & Can), Funnel Cakes, Sno Cones, Horseshoes, Children’s Games, Game Ticket Booth, Bounce Houses, and Chuck a Luck. If you were in charge of these areas last year and are willing to continue please call the rectory office this week! Thank You! (1 call this week) Thank you all for your support and cooperation in always making our Fall Festival the successful event that it is each yea

Placemat Sponsorship ads were sent out the first week of July to all those who participated last year. If

you are interested in placing an ad on the placemat used at the dinner please contact the parish office at 438These do not have to be just business ads but also “in memory” of a loved one or a “happy anniversary” or “birthday” ad! These ads are $25! What a way to surprise someone for that special day! Parcel Post items are needed! For information on what to donate please call the rectory office! Thanks Find help for your troubled marriage through the next RETROUVAILLE Program that starts September 21a Weekend (Friday night thru Sunday), and has six followsessions held over three months. You need not be Catholic to attend and we can work with people having financial difficulties.For confidential information, call 1-800-470-2230 visit www.retrouvaille.org.

“Behold, I stand at the door and knock” (Rev 3:20). It is true. I stand at the door of your heart, day and night. Even when you are not listening, even wdoubt it could be me, I am there. I await even the smallest sign of your response, even the slightest hint of invitation that will allow me to enter.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2012

are now under way! We are again ALL PREVIOUS BOOTH CHAIRPERSONS contact the

parish office as soon as possible to let us know if you are willing to continue in the same booth or a different booth. AGAIN, we

If you worked in a booth last year, are willing to remain in that booth this year, please call

There are several areas of the festival that If you did not work last year but are willing to help

We still need all the volunteers we can get! If you are interested in being part of this

please call the rectory office as soon as

These areas of the Fall Festival need to be confirmed or will

Inside Kitchen, Inside Dinning, Desserts, Tea & Coffee, Corn on Funnel Cakes, Sno

Cones, Horseshoes, Children’s Games, Game Ticket Booth, Bounce Houses, and Chuck a Luck. If you were in charge of one of these areas last year and are willing to continue please call

1 call this week)

Thank you all for your support and cooperation in always making our Fall Festival the successful event that it is each year!

ads were sent out the first to all those who participated last year. If

you are interested in placing an ad on the placemat used at the dinner please contact the parish office at 438-6181.

t business ads but also “in memory” of a loved one or a “happy anniversary” or “birthday” ad! These ads are $25! What a way to surprise someone for that special

items are needed! For information on what to

through the next 1-23, 2012, with

a Weekend (Friday night thru Sunday), and has six follow-up You need not be Catholic to

attend and we can work with people having financial difficulties. 2230 toll free – or

FORMING CONSCIENCES FAITHFUL CITIZENSHIP

and participation in political life

By our baptism, Catholics are committed to following Jesus Christ and to be "salt for the earth, light for the nations." As the

Catechism of the Catholic Church reminds us, "It is necessary that all participate, according to his position and role, in

promoting the common good. This is inherent in the dignity of the human person ... As far as possible citizens should take an

active part in public life" (nos. 1913

Catholics Care. Catholics Vote.

In their statement on Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship, the U.S. Catholic bishops apply Catholic teaching to many important issues affecting human life and dignity. One issue is the "continuing destruction of unborn chabortion and other threats to the lives and dignity of others who are vulnerable, sick, or unwanted" (Introductory Note). Visit www.faithfulcitizenship.org to read the statement and access helpful resources, such as a video on life issues.

Marriage Encounter: As a couple, would you just like to get away by yourselves? Modern life can slowly erode the intimacy in a marriage. A Marriage Encounter weekend can help recapture this intimacy. Simply call 314.469.7317 or go online at www.stl-wwme.org to register for weekends of August 10September28-30. Vinnie’s Autos, a car donation and transfer program of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, helped seventyfamilies receive cars last year; we need your help to expand our donation base for 2012. If you like to talk on the phone, use the Internet, send out mailings, or visit with folks in person, Vinnie’s Autos needs you! If you are interested in donating a car or in volunteering, please calGreg Marino, at 314-881-6027. Coordinator, Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, 100 North Jefferson, Saint Louis, MO 63103, program:office: 314-881-6027, fax: 314-881gregm@svdpstl.org, website: svdpstl.org

“Behold, I stand at the door and knock” (Rev 3:20).

your heart, day and when you are not listening, even when you

doubt it could be me, I am there. I await even the smallest sign of your response, even the slightest hint of

FORMING CONSCIENCES FOR FAITHFUL CITIZENSHIP

"Responsible citizenship is a

virtue,

and participation in political life

is a moral obligation."

-- Forming Consciences for

Faithful Citizenship

By our baptism, Catholics are committed to following Jesus Christ and to be "salt for the earth, light for the nations." As the

Catechism of the Catholic Church reminds us, "It is necessary , according to his position and role, in

promoting the common good. This is inherent in the dignity of the human person ... As far as possible citizens should take an

active part in public life" (nos. 1913-1915).

Catholics Care. Catholics Vote. Learn about life issues.

In their statement on Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship, the U.S. Catholic bishops apply Catholic teaching to many important issues affecting human life and dignity. One issue is the "continuing destruction of unborn children through abortion and other threats to the lives and dignity of others who are vulnerable, sick, or unwanted" (Introductory Note). Visit www.faithfulcitizenship.org to read the statement and access helpful resources, such as a video on life issues.

As a couple, would you just like to get away by yourselves? Modern life can slowly erode the intimacy in a marriage. A Marriage Encounter weekend can help recapture this intimacy. Simply call 314.469.7317 or go online at

to register for weekends of August 10-12 or

, a car donation and transfer program of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, helped seventy-nine needy

we need your help to expand our If you like to talk on the phone, use

the Internet, send out mailings, or visit with folks in person, If you are interested in donating a

car or in volunteering, please call the program coordinator, Greg Marino, Vinnie's Autos

Coordinator, Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, 100 North Jefferson, Saint Louis, MO 63103, program: 314-881-6005,

881-6077, email: svdpstl.org

THANK YOU – Archbishop Carlson, that we’d like to share: “Dear Father Pieper, Thank you for the gift of $139.01 from the youthParish to the Annual Catholic Appeal. I know this money was raised by the individual sacrifices of so many young people making their own gifts. These funds will be utilized to share the love of Jesus Christ through the service of others. Thstewardship of their own resources and their compassionate response to the needs of others marks them as truly faithful Christians. I am grateful to each of them for their support. Please share my expression of gratitude to all of your students, as well as to those responsible for conducting the youth Appeal in your parish. May God continue to pour out His blessings upon your young people and your entire parish. Sincerely yours in Christ, Most Reverend Robert J. CarlsonArchbishop of St. Louis.” **We also received a “Thank You” letter from the Marist Missions: Dear Fr. Pieper, On behalf of Fr. Paul Frechette, S.M., who represented the Marist Missions, and all the Marist Fathers and Brothers I would like to thank you for the hospitality shown in your parish community on the weekend of June 30 2012. The Marists are grateful to you and your staff for having made this mission appeal possible. This is especially true knowing how busy parishes are today and of the many demaclergy, religious and laity involved in keeping these Church communities alive and growing. So, for all your efforts in setting the dates for the appeal and making whatever arrawere needed for the appeal, we thank you. Please extend community our appreciate for having had the opportunity to share a little of the story of our Marist International Missions. We are grateful to everyone for your moral and financial support. If it is possible, I hope you and your parish will be able to continue to remember the Marists in your prayers. With grateful hearts, we wish you and your community every blessings as you continue to build a stronger Church in our world. God bless you all! Sincerely in Christ,Rev. Joseph McLaughlin. S.M.Director, Marist World Missions

We recently received a “Thank You” letter from Archbishop Carlson, that we’d like to share:

“Dear Father Pieper,

Thank you for the gift of $139.01 from the youth of St. Joachim Parish to the Annual Catholic Appeal. I know this money was raised by the individual sacrifices of so many young people making their own gifts. These funds will be utilized to share the love of Jesus Christ through the service of others. Their stewardship of their own resources and their compassionate response to the needs of others marks them as truly faithful Christians. I am grateful to each of them for their support.

Please share my expression of gratitude to all of your students, ll as to those responsible for conducting the youth Appeal

in your parish. May God continue to pour out His blessings upon your young people and your entire parish.

Sincerely yours in Christ,

Most Reverend Robert J. Carlson Archbishop of St. Louis.”

We also received a “Thank You” letter from the Marist

Dear Fr. Pieper,

On behalf of Fr. Paul Frechette, S.M., who represented the Marist Missions, and all the Marist Fathers and Brothers I would like to thank you for the hospitality shown in welcoming us into your parish community on the weekend of June 30 – July 1,

The Marists are grateful to you and your staff for having made this mission appeal possible. This is especially true knowing how busy parishes are today and of the many demands placed on clergy, religious and laity involved in keeping these Church communities alive and growing. So, for all your efforts in setting the dates for the appeal and making whatever arrangements were needed for the appeal, we thank you.

to the other members of your staff and the parish community our appreciate for having had the opportunity to share a little of the story of our Marist International Missions. We are grateful to everyone for your moral and financial

sible, I hope you and your parish will be able to continue to remember the Marists in your prayers.

With grateful hearts, we wish you and your community every blessings as you continue to build a stronger Church in our world. God bless you all!

in Christ, Rev. Joseph McLaughlin. S.M. Director, Marist World Missions

RECOMMENDED READING:

• A HEART ON FIRE – Catholic Witness ad the Next America; Charles J. Chaput

• LORD, I HURT! – The Grace of Forgiveness andto Healing; Anne Costa

• TRUE FREEDOM – On Protecting Human Dignity & Religious Liberty; Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan, Archbishop of New York

• GOD’S ON THE PHONE – Stories of Grace in Action; Regis Flaherty

• NEVER GIVE UP – My Life and God’s Mercy; Jo• A PLACE OF HEALING – Wrestling with the My

Suffering, Pain and God’s Sovereignty; Joni EaTada

FOOD DRIVE of non-perishable fthe St. Vincent de Paul Society Food Pantry is held on the 1st Sunday month. A box is provided for youyour donations in by the front doChurch. THANK YOU!

Parish Membership: We welcome new members to oufamily and ask that you formally join us and share yourtalent, and treasure. A registration form is available at the doors of the church. Current parishioners are asked to inform the Parish office of any changes in the family (i.of address, moving out the parish, additions o the famThank You! Servants of the Lord are needed! Pray and ask God to where you can help out in lay ministry within our parishave a great need for Eucharistic Ministers, Servers, ReParish Council and Finance Committee members. God you …. Are you listening? Ordinary, but gifted We spend most of the liturgical year in Ordinarstrange phrase, but also quite apt. We are in facpeople living ordinary lives as Christians, citizemembers, workers or bosses; retired, or too ill to dotoo young to have much expected of us. We are a comvery ordinary people. What do ordinary people do tothe call of Jesus, "Come, follow me." In our baptiScripture we all hear that invitation. What does it askbe sure, not world-shaking sanctity, or public manifespecial grace. That is for the heroes of faith. No, we arbe fully ourselves, as God created and gifted us, for others.

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